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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON MAY 22, 1995 ( #2 - County Road 15 Improvements - Continued) 0 Kelley ked what would happen with the unsuitable material in the area. Polycyzk said a Y PP decision had not been made as to whether to remove it or float the new road over it. The County was asked what access would be allowed during the reconstruction. The possibilities are to close off portions of the road, add detours, or narrow down the lanes. The County must allow residents the ability to get to their properties. Hurr asked when the construction is scheduled. Polycyzk said the project is funded for the 1995 year and would depend on how fast the process for approval can be completed. Kelley asked if it is better to complete the work in the wintertime due to the soils. Polycyzk said it was better but not necessary. The problem is with the portion east of the City limits where there are wetlands on both sides of the road that will need to be mitigated. Hurr said if Bagley Road were to be closed permanently, mitigation could be obtained there. Kelley asked if a lift station would need to be moved. Bruce said this would have to be reviewed. A public comment was made about the acceleration lanes. During the winter, snow is plowed into these lanes and would result in the loss of the acceleration lane. Those pulling onto the road at these times would find it difficult. Jabbour suggested • blacktopping the shoulder. Goetten asked what the steps were in the process. Polycyzk said the resolution approving layout is the first step. A comfort level with the detailed design would be found next. Time would then be allowed for the right -of -way negotiations based on the layout. Goetten asked that public notification be given regarding the process and road layout. Bruce said a letter would be sent out informing the public of the steps to be taken in the road reconstruction. Callahan inquired of the City road by the Norton property. It has been maintained as a street right -of -way and would be returned to green space. Callahan was concerned with one owner being cut off from his property near Orono Lane. Polycyzk said an agreement would have to be made and the drive relocated. A member of the public asked about the control for crossing traffic noting the difficulty in pulling out and the possibility of installing stop signs. Polycyzk said stop signs would be dangerous at this location, and lanes will be constructed for left turns. The citizen was concerned with the continuous stream of traffic and being unable to pull out at all. Polycyzk felt gaps would be created to alleviate a continuous stream of cars. • 2